It's exciting news for local job seekers and businesses as Sandbach Nub News has announced the launch of its brand-new Jobs Section

Check out this week's best picks below:

Creative Designer

Nub News is actively searching for a creative designer.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a part-time graphic designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for design, a strong understanding of visual communication principles, and proficiency in industry-standard design software.

Nub News is a ground-breaking online local newspaper for towns across the United Kingdom. Our mission is to put "your town in your pocket" - We aim to make local news easily accessible on all devices, particularly mobile, without intrusive pop-up advertising, enforced surveys or clickbait. We will ensure that our content remains truly local. Providing local news, community news, what's on, local business listings, classifieds, jobs, property and obituaries - all the staples of a good local newspaper.

Responsibilities:

Work with the sale and business development team to create visually engaging designs that align and brand guidelines.

Create compelling graphics for various marketing materials, including but not limited to, banner, marketing presentations, social media content, and presentations.

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure designs remain fresh, innovative, and relevant.

Requirements:

1+ year of professional experience in graphic design.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software.

Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects and styles.

Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with motion graphics and video editing software.

Knowledge of web design principles.

Familiarity with print production processes.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Flexible part-time schedule to accommodate work-life balance.

Free car parking

Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.

Supportive work environment where creativity is encouraged and valued.

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about design and eager to contribute your skills to a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio showcasing your best work.

Email: [email protected] with reference Nub News Creative Designer

APPLY HERE

Sales Executive

Package: £21,000 to £23,000 Base, Double OTE

Telecoms, Utilities & CCTV provider with UK wide presence are looking to expand their team with a Sales Specialist in Holmes Chapel

email: [email protected]

Duties of The Role

· Create new business opportunities

· Have targeted marketing campaigns to strategic markets

· Build and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities

· Book and attend regular customer meetings that result in profitable relationships

· Develop and maintain strong working relationships within the sales team

· Present to and negotiate with director level

· Achieve sales targets

· Take personal responsibility for development and learning of skills and market/product knowledge

Necessary Experience

· At least three years working in a Sales specialist capacity within the telecoms or IT or Utilities industry,

· At least two years in current position/with current employer

· Demonstrable career history within telecoms or IT or Utilities sales

· Demonstrable knowledge of Cloud, Voice, Data, IT and Connectivity solutions

· Proven track record in sales - achieving and exceeding targets

· Extensive market knowledge of the telecoms & IT industry

· Confident and capable of seeking out and securing new business

· Networking and negotiating skills

· Experience of solution building and presenting solutions at board level

· Account management capabilities

· Ability to work effectively autonomously

· Flexibility to attend meetings when and where necessary

· Clean Driving licence

· This is a great opportunity to access a great package and work within a fantastic team based in Holmes Chapel

· Cheshire This organisation boasts its open-mindedness and a family-led culture as one of its highest selling points.

· Brighter Bills are an equal opportunities employer

Favorable Experience

· Knowledge of Mitel / Hikvision/ NEC / Atos products

· Experience selling hosted systems

· Experience in Selling Utilities

· Experience selling into SME accounts

· Proximity to HQ in Holmes Chapel Cheshire

· Knowledge of Utilities

Benefits Available

· Uncapped commission

· Pension scheme

· Car Allowance

· Company Phone and Laptop

Interested?

APPLY HERE

Digital project manager

This role offers a salary up to £30,000 - £40,000 DOE Office Hours: 8.30am-5pm 

A rare and exciting opportunity to join a successful and dynamic group of companies in the heart of Cheshire, with a turnover of circa £50 million.

The role of the Digital Project Manager will sit within the established yet rapidly expanding Digital Marketing Agency within the group who support the internal brands and external clients.

Due to their rapidly expanding portfolio of clients, they are seeking to grow the team to continue the expansion and ensure every client has the same level of service.

My client is not just a digital marketing agency; they are creators of online experiences that captivate and convert. Their journey started with a vision to revolutionise the digital landscape, and today, they stand tall as a front runner in crafting stunning websites, apps, and digital marketing campaigns that leave a lasting impact.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence and a knack for innovation, they are dedicated to pushing boundaries and pushing their clients' businesses to new heights.

As Digital Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our clients projects are delivered seamlessly and exceed client expectations.

You'll be the bridge between their development and creative team and their valued clients, keeping communication channels open, tasks on track, and the project's pulse beating steadily.

Your organisational prowess, attention to detail, and knack for anticipating potential issues will be essential to your success in this role. 

The successful Digital Project Manager will love working in an ultra-fast-paced business. They will be able to work closely with people but also to take responsibility for themselves.

My client work on trust, enthusiasm, pragmatic delivery, and creativity with a heavy emphasis on making things happen when other businesses either can t or won t.

A sense of humour and outgoing personality is a must as well as an understanding of the need to deliver consistent value to the business.

Most of all we want people to bring their own passion and desire to their work. The ideal candidate will be happy to work across a marketing mix where no two days are the same. 

Core responsibilities:

• Convert project kick-offs into successful deliveries, from timeline definition to task allocation and ongoing team coordination.
• Use project management tools like Jira and Clockify to keep tasks organised and teams aligned.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address potential roadblocks.
• Potential to work on Apps, web builds and software projects.
• Maintain clear client communication, providing regular updates on project status and addressing day-to-day inquiries.
• Oversee project budgets, ensuring adherence to timelines and identifying scope creep.
• Manage client expectations by providing transparent and timely updates.
• Drive continuous improvement by gathering post-project feedback and contributing to enhanced project processes.
• Collaborate with the team on website updates using platforms like WordPress and other CMS tools.
• Assist in utilising Zoho CRM for enhancing client sales and customer journeys.
• Handle ongoing support retainer tasks post-project completion, including new work requests and support inquiries.

Skills & Experience, the ideal candidate will have:

• A customer-focused mindset and strong team collaboration skills.
• A discerning eye for design and a profound understanding of what constitutes an exceptional website.
• Exceptional organisational skills, capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivation with a proven track record of meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude and an affinity for thriving in dynamic settings.
• Meticulous attention to detail and adept at proactive communication.

The ideal candidate will have experience using the below tools:

• Experience working with Zoho One / Zoho CRM would be an added advantage.
• WordPress CMS experience
• Experience of working in an agency

Interested?

APPLY HERE

Construction - Quantity Surveyor

This position has an annual salary of £65,000.

The Recruitment is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their client in Sandbach on a permanent basis.

The client is leading business within the construction industry. The purpose of this role is to manage the complete financial aspects of projects from their inception to conclusion, ensuring robust revenue generation, risk management, and conversion of opportunities into scalable growth st click apply for full job details

Interested?

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Fabricator Welder

Located in Sandbach, this role is Monday to Friday for a fabricator - TIG or MIG Welding.

The role will start off on days for initially four weeks during the training period, then will move onto a rotating shift pattern of Monday to Friday 6am - 2pm and 2pm - 10pm (early finishes on a Friday)

Pay: 15 - 20 per hour + overtime (dependant on experience) Salary is £30 - £40K per annum

As a fabricator, your role will involve the manufacture of fabricating and welding steel frames, structures, and sheet metal fabrications.

Evaluate and interpret, sketches and other data to be used in the preparation of the product to be manufactured, conducting dimensional inspection prior to welding.

Ensure work is conducted to exact tolerances. MIG/TIG welding on steel to a high standard.

Interested?

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Primary Supply Teacher 

Are you looking for one, two or up to five days a week supply teaching work?

Are you a newly qualified teacher looking for that vital break?

Or an experienced teacher looking for flexibility?

Do you want to sample different schools and their cultures?

Academics Ltd work with a variety of different schools throughout Staffordshire and Cheshire and we are always looking for enthusiastic and passionate Supply Teachers.

If you are passionate about teaching in Primary schools, teaching to EYFS, KS1 or KS2 then get in touch.

Register with us and in return you will receive:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to state of the art schools
• Dedicated and professional consultants
• Short term AND Long Term opportunities

Primary Supply Teaching work is ideal for those who have commitments besides teaching, looking for part time hours or for those wanting to trial local schools before committing to a long term or permanent position.

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